Purchasing a Certified used vehicle is an affordable alternative to a brand new vehicle.

The terms "certified used" or "certified pre-owned" mean used cars that are offered for sale with warranties that extend beyond the initial coverage by the original manufacturer. This does NOT refer to 3rd party warranties.

Terms for the certified warranty vary from brand to brand. Not all used cars will qualify. The vehicle must go through an extensive point inspection which inspects the vehicle, determines its worth and then determines the warranty.

The certified warranty protection typically takes effect when the original warranty expires and, like a new car warranty, offers coverage for a certain number miles.